William asks…
Aspirin during Pregnancy?
Sadly, I had a miscarriage this past June but just found out that I am pregnant again (5 weeks)! My Dr. put me on baby Aspirin and I’m not sure how I feel about this. I am taking 600 mg. of Progesterone (my prog. level is way low) and as an extra precaution he has me taking Asprin. I do not even take Aspirin for headaches when I’m not pregnant( I believe in natural remedies before any Tylenol/Aspirin/Antibiotics). Should I be concerned? Did any of you take Aspirin during pregnancy? Thanks for your advice!
*just to be clear, the reason he wants me on Aspirin is because of my previous miscarriage NOT to help with aches and pains. Thanks!
*just to be clear, the reason he wants me on Aspirin is because of my previous miscarriage NOT to help with aches and pains. Thanks!
Michelle answers:
ACTUALLY. BABY aspirin is just fine if taken once daily during pregnancy. I have to take it because I have antiphospholipids which could cause me to have a miscarriage or stillborn. I was already taking it prior to finding out I was pregnant and then my OBGYN told me to keep taking it so I called my rheumatologist and he said to keep taking it as well as my family care doctor which also said to keep taking it. Yes…normal aspirin is harmful but Bayer Low-Dose is not. I’m 18 weeks pregnant now with a very healthy baby.
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Just a note….Tylenol does nothing to prevent miscarriages. Baby aspirin is used to prevent blood clots that enter the placenta and cut off blood flow to the baby. Tylenol can’t be interchanged with baby aspirin for this reason.
Donna asks…
First Trimester Pregnant & Sinus Headaches?
I’m guessing it’s sinus stuff that is causing my head to hurt. I have a lot of drainage and I normally never do! What might be a NATURAL remedy that is o.k. to do in my first trimester of pregnancy that may provide some relief? THANKS!!
no meds please
Michelle answers:
Saline nasal spray, such as Ocean. It helps keep the sinuses from drying out which allows bacteria producing drainage, etc. The only things in it are basically sea salt and water and is completely safe. Use a cool mist humidifier in your home also, if you have one. Sinus problems are very common during pregnancy b/c of changes in your body’s system. Using the saline spray every day (one spray in each nostril at morning and at night-follow directions on the bottle for how to properly spray it in) will help you all through your pregnancy and is perfectly safe. Keep in mind though that if you see any greenish drainage that you have most likely already developed a bacterial infection in your sinuses and the only way to clear it up is an antibiotic. I had several of these during my pregnancies (didn’t keep up on the saline spray lol) and the doctors make sure to give you an antibiotic that is safe for use during your stage of pregnancy.
Donald asks…
How can I relieve head congestion naturally?
Hello. I’ve had sinus pressure, head congestion, runny nose etc, for weeks now and it’s just killing me. Ruins everything and prevents me from getting work done. I’m behind in everything because I’m always lying down with sinus headaches. It’s due to seasonal allergies, but it’s really bad this year. I haven’t felt well since early September.
A complicating factor is that I’m in the first trimester of pregnancy, so that limits what I can take for relief. My OBGYN told me that Tylenol Cold & Sinus was fine, but it doesn’t work for me. Most other OTC meds are off limits.
So, do you know any natural remedy that would open my head up? A tea, an herb, or something like that? I’m really suffering with this and I’d be very grateful for any suggestions.
Thanks a bundle (and pass the tissues, please). 😉
Michelle answers:
This is a natural ancient way to care for sinus problems. Hope this helps it works great for my Son.
Joseph asks…
First Trimester Pregnant & Sinus Headaches?
I’m guessing it’s sinus stuff that is causing my head to hurt. I have a lot of drainage and I normally never do! What might be a NATURAL remedy that is o.k. to do in my first trimester of pregnancy that may provide some relief? THANKS!!
no meds please
Michelle answers:
If you go to your local pharmacy you can probably find a “Netti Pot” it’s a little tea pot lokking thing that you fill up with a saltwater mixture and you pore it through your nasal cavities. I’ve heard this helps clear everything out and no medicine!
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